Strong Early Interest in Max Matthiessen Team Trophy – 40 Teams Already Signed Up

Interest in the Max Matthiessen Team Trophy has been overwhelming. With nearly two months to go before the event, 40 teams have already signed up for ECCO Tour’s new team format.

“The reception of the concept has been absolutely fantastic. It seems the idea has really resonated with the players – and that makes me incredibly happy. We’re already seeing some exciting team combinations, and I’m confident we’re in for a great tournament,”
says Flemming Astrup, who adds:

“There’s also massive interest in the new Pro-Am format, where each team will include two professional players. The pros will use the Pro-Am as a warm-up, playing in the Foursome format throughout. It seems our partners are embracing the new concept as well.”

See the full list of entered teams further down in the article.

A Groundbreaking New Team Tournament on the ECCO Tour

ECCO Tour recently announced a brand-new and groundbreaking team event: the Max Matthiessen Team Trophy, to be held at Kokkedal Golf Club from July 30 to August 1, 2025.

It marks the first time ever that the ECCO Tour and the Nordic Golf League introduce an official team format in a counting tournament. The format has also been approved by both the DP World Tour and the HotelPlanner Tour, making it an official ranking event.

The tournament has secured Max Matthiessen as title partner, and Danish DP World Tour star Jeff Winther will serve as host. Winther will also compete in the event, teaming up with his close friend Oliver Suhr.

The total prize fund is €60,000, with €17,880 awarded to the winning team.

Tournament Overview

• Dates: July 30 – August 1, 2025
• Venue: Kokkedal Golf Club
• Field: 156 players (78 teams)
• Prize Fund: €60,000 (approx. DKK 450,000)

Format

• Round 1: Foursome
• Round 2: Fourball
• Round 3: Foursome
• Cut: Top 23 teams + ties after Round 2

Eligibility & Seeding

• The NGL category system applies. The player with the best category on each team determines its eligibility.
• A team’s combined ranking must be at least 31 as of June 14, 2025
  (e.g., the No. 1 player must choose a partner ranked no lower than 30)
• The “Road to Europe” ranking after the Live It Trophy (June 13, 2025) will be used, regardless of later changes.

Points & Rankings

• Both winners will receive a winner category for the remainder of 2025 and all of 2026
• Points and prize money are split 50/50 between the two players
• No OWGR/WAGR points will be awarded
• Both winners are eligible for the HotelPlanner Tour’s “3-win promotion” if they secure three victories during the season

Pro-Am in New Format

The Pro-Am will also feature a new structure:
Each team consists of five players – three amateurs and two professionals, who play in Foursome format.

• Held on July 28–29
• Entry fee per team (5 players): DKK 6,750 + VAT
• Booking via: fa@golfpromote.dk

Here you can see the 40 teams that already has entered the event:

Tournament Details:

• Date: July 30th – August 1st, 2025
• Venue: Kokkedal Golf Club
• Field: 156 players (78 teams)
• Prize fund: €60,000

Format:

• Round 1: Foursome
• Round 2: Four Ball
• Round 3: Foursome
• Cut after Round 2 to Top 23 teams and ties

Eligibility and Team Seeding:

• Based on the NGL Category System – The highest player category within the team decides the field selection
• A team’s combined Road to Europe ranking positions must be at least 31 as of June 14, 2025
  • For example, a player ranked No. 1 must pair with a player ranked 30 or higher (See examples below)
• Road to Europe Rankings after the Live It Trophy, concluding on June 13, will be used for seeding – even if subsequent changes occur – See the ranking at the bottom of this page.
• Players with DP World Tour / HotelPlanner Tour categories without results on the 2025 Road to Europe Ranking will be “ranked as 0 (zero)” and can only partner up with a player ranked 31 or higher
• Other players with NO rankings on the 2025 Road to Europe will be “ranked as 31”

Ranking Points and Benefits:

• Both winning players receive a winner’s category for the rest of 2025 and the entire 2026 season
• Points and prize money are split 50/50
• No OWGR/WAGR points
• Both winning players are eligible for the HotelPlanner Tour “3-win promotion” if they win three times during the season

Pro-Am in New Format:

The Pro-Am will also feature a new concept. Each team consists of five players: three amateurs and two professionals. The pros will compete in foursome format for the team’s score.

• Dates: July 28–29
• Price per team (5 people): DKK 6,750 + VAT
• Booking: fa@golfpromote.dk

Ranking per 13. juni 2025

Team build explained